Dominican Manny Acta Returns as Bench Coach of the Seattle Mariners, Now with Manager Dan Wilson
Well, folks, grab your glittery baseball caps and a hot dog because we’ve got some riveting news straight from the diamond! The Dominican sensation, Manny Acta, is back in the game—this time as the bench coach for the Seattle Mariners and under the guidance of our new maestro, Manager Dan Wilson. Now, if you thought Acta was just going to sit on the bench looking pretty, think again! This guy’s been playing musical chairs in the coaching world like it’s a high-stakes game of Jenga.
For those who might have missed it, Acta previously donned the third base coach’s cap from 2016 to 2017 and again from 2020 to the present day. If you’re keeping score, that’s more time shuffling up and down the coaching staff than most of us spend contemplating our life choices. He also took the managerial wheel for the Cleveland Guardians from 2010 to 2012 and had some time with the Washington Nationals prior to that. Let’s just say this guy knows how to keep his eye on the ball—figuratively speaking, of course!
Speaking of shifts, we have a newly revamped coaching staff for the 2025 season following the dramatic departure of Scott Servais, who thankfully didn’t take a page out of the “Dramatic Sports Exit” handbook. Dan Wilson, the new captain of this ship, seems ready to steer the Mariners in what we can only hope is calmer waters. With a shiny new roster of coaches, including the Hall of Famer Edgar Martinez transitioning into a senior director of hitting strategy, it looks like the Mariners mean business. No more sitting around waiting for a miracle; they’re reloading and ready to launch!
Martinez will now replace Jarret DeHart as the hitting coach, having presumably learnt some cosmic secrets about hitting in his lengthy career. Meanwhile, Kevin Seitzer—fresh from a stint with the Atlanta Braves—will be stepping in as hitting coach, flanked by assistant hitting coach Bobby Magallanes, who clearly comes with some serious street cred after spending four seasons under Seitzer’s watchful eye. Talk about a hitting dynasty in the making!
As for the roles reshuffle, Kristopher Negron will take the helm as third base coach after his recent adventure as first base coach, because why not? Switching hats is the name of the game here! Eric Young Jr. will now be the first base coach—upgrading, if you will—after being promoted from baserunning coordinator, which I can only assume required him to run laps around the coffee machine.
And let’s not forget the promotion of Louis Boyd to major league field coordinator. Because when you’re moving up the ranks, nothing says “I’ve arrived” quite like a title so lofty it should come with its own cloud!
The Mariners’ bench is also packed with returning staff members—such as Pete Woodworth as pitching coach and Tony Arnerich as the bullpen coach. They’re like the comfort food of baseball coaching: reliable, familiar, and generous with the snacks! Danny Farquhar also returns as the assistant pitching coach, and frankly, if pitching were a sitcom, he’d be the character that always gets the best one-liners, wouldn’t he?
So, as we gear up for 2025, one thing’s for certain: the Mariners are blooding the new brigade while keeping a few trusty warhorses in the mix. Manny Acta’s back in the bench coach seat, and this time, he’s got a fresh set of keys and a new playlist. Buckle up, Seattle; it’s going to be a home run of a season! Or, well, at least we hope so—we can only pray the Mariners haven’t packed their bags too soon.
Manny Acta, the Dominican Coach, Returns to the Seattle Mariners as Bench Coach Under Manager Dan Wilson
SEATTLE — The Dominican Manny Acta has officially resumed his position as bench coach for the Seattle Mariners, now serving under the leadership of manager Dan Wilson. This marks Acta’s return to a role he previously held from 2018 to 2019 when he worked alongside former manager Scott Servais.
Acta brings a wealth of experience to the Mariners, having served as Seattle’s third base coach from 2016 to 2017 and again from 2020 until this season. His managerial career includes stints with the Cleveland Guardians from 2010 to 2012 and the Washington Nationals from 2007 to 2009, showcasing his extensive knowledge of the game at both coaching and managerial levels.
Wilson took over management of the Mariners on August 23, establishing a newly restructured coaching staff for the upcoming 2025 season. Notably, Hall of Famer Edgar Martinez has been appointed as the senior director of hitting strategy after taking over from Jarret DeHart, who was the hitting coach before the dismissal of Scott Servais.
In a significant move, Kevin Seitzer joins the Mariners as the new hitting coach after a successful tenure with the Atlanta Braves, where he held the same position from 2015 to 2024. Bobby Magallanes, who has been with Seitzer in Atlanta for the past four seasons, has been appointed as the assistant hitting coach.
In a strategic reshuffle, Kristopher Negron is set to take on the role of third base coach after an impressive three seasons as the first base coach. Meanwhile, Eric Young Jr. has been promoted from his role as baserunning coordinator to first base coach, a position he previously filled with the Washington Nationals during the 2022-2023 seasons.
Moreover, Louis Boyd has earned a promotion to major league field coordinator after demonstrating his capabilities as a minor league field coordinator over the past two seasons. The returning coaching staff features key figures such as Pete Woodworth (pitching coach), Tony Arnerich (bullpen coach and catching instructor), Trent Blank (major league coach and director of pitching strategy), Danny Farquhar (assistant pitching coach and strategist), and Perry Hill (infield coach), ensuring continuity and expertise within the organization.
